GST News

FM Sitharaman Cites Popcorn Example in GST Reforms to Highlight Classification Issues

08 September 2025 at 08:56

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman explains the rationale behind GST reforms, citing the "popcorn example" to highlight classification disputes.

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FM Sitharaman Rules Out Capex Cuts Amid GST 2.0 Revenue Concerns

08 September 2025 at 08:56

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has assured that GST 2.0 will not derail India’s fiscal roadmap or ₹11.21 lakh crore capex plan for FY26. She said reforms will spur consumption while keeping fiscal deficit targets intact.

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Tobacco, Cigarettes May Face Additional Tax Over 40% GST, Says CBIC Chief

08 September 2025 at 08:56

Government to impose an additional levy on tobacco and cigarettes to maintain current tax incidence under GST 2.0; ultra-luxury cars to face only 40% tax.

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Food Delivery May Get Costlier as GST 2.0 Brings Delivery Fees Under 18% Tax

08 September 2025 at 08:56

GST 2.0 simplifies tax slabs to 5% and 18% to spur demand, but online food delivery via Zomato, Swiggy may cost Rs 2-2.6 more per order as delivery fees attract 18% GST.

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GST 2.0: FM Nirmala Sitharaman Says 99% of Goods Now Under 0%, 5% or 18% Slabs

08 September 2025 at 08:56

FM Nirmala Sitharaman says 99% of goods now fall under 0%, 5% or 18% GST slabs, with only 1% taxed as sin goods at 40%. New rates effective from Sept 22, 2025.

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GST Reforms Simplify Tax Structure, Premature to Fear State Losses: CEA Nageswaran

08 September 2025 at 08:56

CEA V Anantha Nageswaran says GST reforms will boost consumption and it’s premature to assume states will lose revenue. New GST slabs of 5%, 18% and 40% aim to simplify India’s tax regime

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Broadcasters Miss GST Relief, Industry Seeks 5% Rate

08 September 2025 at 08:55

Despite GST cuts on 400+ items, broadcasters face 18% GST on DTH, IPTV & digital subscriptions. Industry bodies like AIDCF seek 5% relief to ease costs, protect jobs, and support Digital India.

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FM Sitharaman Thanks States for Support in Landmark GST Overhaul

08 September 2025 at 08:50

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman thanks states for supporting GST 3.0 reforms. New two-slab GST rates of 5% and 18% take effect from September 22, 2025, reducing prices on essentials and consumer goods.

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GST Overhaul a "Diwali Gift for Green India," Hails Bhupender Yadav

06 September 2025 at 09:52

Union Minister Bhupender Yadav hails Next Gen GST Reforms as “GST Reforms for a Green India,” boosting renewable energy, waste management, and sustainability.

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